Updated 2026-07-05 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Forklift Operator jobs in Lincoln, NE

670 forklift operators employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $22.27/hour ($46,330/year) median · roughly in line with the national median.

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The median forklift operator salary in Lincoln, NE is $22.27/hour ($46,330/year), with a typical range of $40,930 to $50,200 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Metric	Value	Source
Median salary	$22.27/hour ($46,330/year)	BLS

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Forklift Operator pay in Lincoln, NE

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Lincoln metro. Half of Forklift Operators earn inside that band.

25th$40,930 Median$46,330 75th$50,200 vs USroughly in line with the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Lincoln, NE metro area (SOC 53-7051, Forklift Operator). Full Forklift Operator salary guide →

What is a Forklift Operator salary in Lincoln?

The median forklift operator salary in Lincoln, NE is $22.27/hour ($46,330/year), with a typical range of $40,930 to $50,200 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 670 forklift operators employed in the Lincoln metro area.

Forklift Operator pay bands in Lincoln by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Lead Forklift Operator

Typical lead band in Lincoln

Example (illustrative)

Location: Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range: $42,160–$55,132
Common on: Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Forklift Operator

Typical mid level band in Lincoln

Example (illustrative)

Location: Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range: $42,855–$50,963
Common on: Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Senior Forklift Operator

Typical senior band in Lincoln

Example (illustrative)

Location: Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range: $40,770–$58,468
Common on: Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Staff Forklift Operator

Typical staff band in Lincoln

Example (illustrative)

Location: Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range: $38,685–$55,966
Common on: Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Forklift Operator

Typical mid level band in Lincoln

Example (illustrative)

Location: Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range: $39,380–$54,298
Common on: Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

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Forklift Operator Career Ladder — Lincoln Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Lincoln’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

Entry Forklift Operator0–2 yrs$33,357
Mid Forklift Operator2–5 yrs$44,013
Senior Forklift Operator5–8 yrs$55,596
Staff Forklift Operator8–12 yrs$67,178
Lead Forklift Operator12+ yrs$78,761

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 53-7051, Forklift Operator).

Employers in the Forklift Operator hiring market in Lincoln

Home Depot
Walmart
Costco
Amazon
Target

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Lincoln post Forklift Operator jobs

Employers in the Lincoln metro typically post Forklift Operator roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

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Forklift Operator in Lincoln, NE — Common Questions

How much does a Forklift Operator earn in Lincoln, NE?: Median $22.27/hour ($46,330/year). 25th–75th percentile runs $40,930–$50,200. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Forklift Operator jobs are there in Lincoln?: BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 670 Forklift Operator roles employed in the Lincoln metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Lincoln employers use for Forklift Operator?: Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Forklift Operator jobs for me?: Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Forklift Operator openings in Lincoln and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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